Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Classroom Teacher
Occupation: Classroom teacher
Location: Melbourne - Eastern suburbs
Reference: 1491921
SC1 Demonstrated high level of knowledge of the relevant curriculum, including the ability to incorporate the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills. Demonstrated high level of ability to respond to student learning needs.
SC2 Demonstrated high level of ability to plan for and implement high impact teaching strategies, guided by how students learn, and evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Demonstrated high level of ability to monitor and assess student learning. Demonstrated high level of ability to use data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated high level of interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated high level of ability to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with students, parents, colleagues and the broader school community to support student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values. Demonstrated high level of ability to reflect upon practice and engage in professional learning to continually improve the quality of teaching.
Range 2 classroom teachers play a significant role in assisting the school to improve student performance and educational outcomes determined by the school strategic plan and state-wide priorities and contributing to the development and implementation of school policies and priorities.
A critical component of this work will focus on increasing the knowledge base of staff within their school about student learning and high quality instruction to assist their school to define quality teacher practice.
Range 2 classroom teachers will be expected to:
The role of classroom teacher may include but is not limited to:
Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
The Department of Education is committed to the principles of equal opportunity, and diversity and inclusion for all. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of family friendly, supportive, safe and harassment free workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work, diversity and safety across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for persons with a disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Please ensure that your application includes:
Please note that the selection panel may seek additional referees beyond those you name. Consistent with policy, we shall advise you if we will take this action.
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class a person must have provisional or full registration from the Victorian Institute of Teaching. In addition, from 3 August 2020, to be eligible for employment in the principal class or teacher class, a person who graduated from a Victorian Initial Teacher Education program after 1 July 2016, must demonstrate that they have passed the literacy and numeracy test for initial teacher education (LANTITE) requirements. This condition is satisfied where the LANTITE requirement is part of the Victorian Initial Teacher Education program completed by the person.
Surrey Hills Primary School is a vibrant learning community that aims to develop every child academically and socially to become life-long learners. Our vision for students is to build a community of active learners who can meet the challenges of our rapidly changing world and become responsible global citizens.
Our school has an excellent reputation for its commitment to quality education. This reputation is built on honouring our history, focusing on the present and preparing for the future.
Our school community highly values a safe, dynamic and inclusive learning approach. We recognise the importance of growing a caring, community-focused, and respectful school environment, while emphasising the importance of literacy and numeracy.
Surrey Hills Primary School goals are:
Surrey Hills Primary School is an authorised International Baccalaureate - Primary Years Program (IB|PYP) IB World School. IB World Schools share a common philosophy - a commitment to high-quality education and the development of inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who are empowered to use agency to create a better and more peaceful world.
Our staff members are experienced, enthusiastic and committed to continuous improvement. They are proud to be members of the school community and have approached the IB candidacy with vigour and eagerness. The staff value their colleagues as reflective educators who are open to new ideas and focused on best practice as they educate our students.
Teachers are keenly focused on helping students to be part of a community that models and promotes:
¿ Critical thinking
¿ Interactive learning
¿ Open-mindedness
¿ Curiosity
¿ Self-motivation
¿ Respect for self and others
¿ Taking action
To promote the health, safety and wellbeing of students, the school supports the classroom curriculum with specialist programs of PE/Sport; Performing Arts; Visual Arts; and LOTE-Mandarin. Surrey Hills Primary School also employs teachers¿ aides to assist with the enrichment of students with special needs and welcomes international students.
In addition, Surrey Hills Primary School enriches students¿ connectedness to the school through extra-curricula programs which include Instrumental Music; School Band; Ensemble and Choir; Student Council; student leadership, camps and excursions; special activity days and lunchtime clubs.
Furthermore, student health and wellbeing is supported by teachers through a range of programs and practices including: IB Learner Profile; Circle Time; mindfulness and restorative practice. We want our students to have the skills, knowledge and personal attributes they need to take the next step in life when they leave Surrey Hills Primary School.
The school promotes strong connections with parents to further enrich the community. Together with the School Council, parents are encouraged to participate in a number of volunteer groups and opportunities that foster cohesiveness. Parent run events include a bi-annual community fete, school disco, fundraising activities, special lunch days and parent social gatherings. Staff and parents share the common belief that the growth of our students is at the heart of our community.
The school community consists of 350+ students, 35 teaching and administration team and the highly engaged parent network. The original two-storey brick building has been refurbished to provide functional and flexible learning spaces and is complimented by a full size netball/basketball stadium, Performing Arts space and multi-purpose and community meeting rooms. The well-maintained grounds incorporate passive play areas and a hard court surface and oval area. An Out of School Hours Care program is conducted on site and local sporting organisations access the sports facilities after-hours for training.